Banyan Tree Maldives, Kaafu Atoll Maldives

Banyan Tree Maldives, Kaafu Atoll Maldives

Banyan Tree Maldives, Kaafu Atoll Maldives

Savor a Tropical Hideaway in Maldives

Escape from it all to an island paradise surrounded by coral reefs, and relax at a spa resort in the sunny Maldives archipelago.

About Your Trip

Enjoy fun in the sun at a secluded island paradise on this Platinum DreamTrip to the Republic of Maldives. Adventure and relaxation await you at this family-friendly hideaway in the Indian Ocean. Take to the crystal-clear waters for snorkeling and marvel at the marine life you encounter. Later that evening, you’ll embark on a sunset cruise by traditional dhoni boat — sip Champagne as you sail around the lagoon, enjoying the evening sky. On another outing, learn to prepare a classic Maldivian dish in a cooking class at the resort, and then head out to sea again in search of dolphins.

During your leisure time, you can take advantage of the resort’s many offerings. Just beyond the door of your villa, bask in the beauty of the attached private garden area, complete with a pool. Or laze on the white-sand beach shaded by palm trees, and then cool off with a refreshing dip in the ocean. Abundant activities will keep everyone entertained. You can also try your hand at canoeing, wakeboarding, waterskiing, banana boating, windsurfing and catamaran sailing (some activities may be at an additional fee).

What we love:• The resort’s award-winning spa offers a variety of body treatments, including massages and facials.• Cowry shells were once used as currency in the Maldives and can be found on some of their money today.• The welcome dinner is a great way to meet your fellow DreamTrippers before your exciting Maldivian adventure begins.

What's Included

Your DreamTrip includes 5 days and 4 nights in Male, Maldives, as well as:• 1.5-hour snorkeling session; includes equipment and transportation. (Guests will be divided into Groups A and B, with a maximum of 20 people in each tour group.)• 1-hour sunset cruise on a dhoni boat; includes complimentary Champagne and transportation.• Maldivian cooking class at the resort.• Dolphin tour; includes transportation.• 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners.• An In-destination Support team member will be provided on this trip. Their goal is to ensure you have a great DreamTrips™ experience from landing to liftoff. They host a welcome reception on arrival day, attend scheduled activities throughout the trip, notify the group of itinerary updates and more.

Transportation

Airfare is not included in the trip price! The closest commercial airport to the hotel is Ibrahim Nasir International Airport (MLE), approximately 11 miles (18 kilometers) away. We highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance for any trip.

Airport Transfers

Round-trip airport transfers are included from:Ibrahim Nasir International Airport (MLE) to the hotel on July 23, timing based on flight details provided.The hotel to Ibrahim Nasir International Airport (MLE) on July 27, timing based on flight details provided.

Destination

The Republic of Maldives is a group of more than 1,000 coral islands off the southern tip of India, an archipelago formed from an enormous underwater mountain range, the Chagos-Laccadive Ridge. Maldives is deemed the lowest country in the world, with its highest elevation no more than 6 feet (1.82 meters) above sea level.

Other than the capital city Male and the resort islands, tourists are not advised to visit other parts of the Maldives, as many of the other islands are uninhabitable. However, the lure of underwater beauty, year-round sunshine, warm ocean waters and white-sand beaches ensure that city hotels and private hideaways are brimming with guests. Although Male is only 2 square miles (5.2 square kilometers) in size, the bustling capital features office buildings, paved streets, and residential and commercial districts. Popular attractions include fish and fruit markets, the National Museum, Old Friday Mosque and the official residence of the President.

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive at the airport and visit the arrivals hotel counter (#7 in Zone B) and arrange your transfer by speedboat to the resort.Transfer via speedboat to the resort, timing based on flight details provided.Check into the resort at any time after 2 p.m.10 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Visit the welcome table in the resort lobby.7-9 p.m.: Buffet welcome dinner with 2 complimentary glasses of soft drink or beer or wine at the resort restaurant.

Day 2

7:30-10:30 a.m.: Buffet breakfast at the resort restaurant.10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Group A – Snorkeling activities at your own pace for 1.5 hours at Angsana Ihuru resort; includes transportation and equipment.• 10:30 a.m.: Transfer by ferry to the Angsana Ihuru resort.• 10:30 a.m. – noon: Gear up and enjoy snorkeling on your own at the resort’s beach. • 12:30 p.m.: Transfer by ferry back to Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru.12:30-2 p.m.: Buffet lunch with 2 complimentary glasses of soft drink or beer or wine at the resort restaurant.2:30-4:30 p.m.: Group B – Snorkeling activities at your own pace for 1.5 hours at Angsana Ihuru resort; includes transportation and equipment.• 2:30 p.m.: Transfer by ferry to the Angsana Ihuru resort.• 2:30-4 p.m.: Gear up and enjoy snorkeling on your own at the resort’s beach. • 4:30 p.m.: Transfer by ferry back to Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru.6:30-7:30 p.m.: 1-hour sunset cruise on a dhoni boat; includes complimentary Champagne and transportation.8-9 p.m.: Buffet dinner with 2 complimentary glasses of soft drink or beer or wine at the resort restaurant.

Day 3

7:30-10:30 a.m.: Buffet breakfast at the resort restaurant. The morning at your leisure. We recommend that you relax on the beach or enjoy optional activities offered by the resort*.12:30-2:30 p.m.: Buffet lunch with 2 complimentary glasses of soft drink or beer or wine at the resort restaurant.3-4:30 p.m.: Maldivian cooking class at the resort.4:30-7 p.m.: Embark on a dolphin** tour; includes transportation.7:30-9:30 p.m.: Buffet dinner with 2 complimentary glasses of soft drink or beer or wine at the resort restaurant.The rest of the evening at your leisure.

Day 4

7:30-10:30 a.m.: Buffet breakfast at the resort restaurant.A day at your leisure. We recommend that you relax on the beach or enjoy optional activities offered by the resort.12:30-2:30 p.m.: Buffet lunch with 2 complimentary glasses of soft drink or beer or wine at the resort restaurant.6:30-8 p.m.: Buffet dinner with 2 complimentary glasses of soft drink or beer or wine at the resort restaurant.The rest of the evening at your leisure.

Day 5

7:30-10:30 a.m.: Buffet breakfast at the resort restaurant.The morning at your leisure until checkout and your flight.Check out of the resort by 11 a.m.Transfer via speedboat to the airport, timing based on flight details provided.

*Some activities are at an additional fee.

**Dolphin-watching depends on certain factors such as weather, animal behavior patterns, conditions of the sea, etc.; as a result, sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Hotel Details

Reachable by speedboat, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru is a resort set on a small island surrounded by coral reefs in North Male Atoll. Resort villas feature a seashell-inspired design, a thatched roof for plenty of air flow and light, and a private garden area with a pool. Guests appreciate the “Destination Dining” service where they can enjoy a romantic meal on a sandbank under the stars or on a secluded stretch of beachfront.

Pricing for children for this resort may differ from (and be greater than) pricing for adults. Click BOOK IT to check. If the pricing for children differs from the pricing for adults, refer to the Policies section for further details.

Hotel Check-in Requirements

By booking this DreamTrip I understand that the hotel may request a credit card upon check-in. The hotel may request the credit card in order to: a) place a monetary hold of US$50-200; or b) hold for incidental, security or other charges. By booking, I acknowledge having received notice of this potential charge and accept that Rovia™ recommends a credit card rather than a debit or bank card be used in the event the hotel requests the card. I understand that any such request made by the hotel is outside of the control of WorldVentures™ and Rovia and is strictly a hotel policy. Should I have questions concerning the hotel’s policy, I accept responsibility for contacting the hotel independent of Rovia or WorldVentures.

Policies

Cancellation Policy*: If you cancel 36 days or more before the start date of your trip, you’ll get a full refund. If you cancel within 35 days of the start date of your trip, your trip will not be refunded.

*This cancellation policy is subject to rules and regulations in applicable jurisdictions in which our travel supplier is based. Therefore, in the event of conflict between the cancellation policy displayed here and cancellation terms in supplier booking terms, the provisions of the booking terms will prevail.

Name Change Policy: If you change any name(s) on your booking 30 days or more before the start date of your trip, you’ll be charged a fee of US$50 per name change. Name changes are not permitted within 30 days of the start date of your trip.

Members can’t combine DreamTrips Points. Your membership level determines the maximum amount of DreamTrips Points you can use. If you have more than 50 Rovia Bucks, you can apply them in the checkout process.

Hotel/resort credits and/or discounts cannot be converted to cash, and any not used during your stay will expire immediately upon your departure. Member is responsible for paying any taxes that may be added to items purchased with hotel/resort credit.

In the unfortunate event that an activity or excursion is no longer available, we will substitute a similar activity of equal or greater value.Make sure that your passport and visa, if applicable, are up-to-date before you leave! It’s important to double check that you have all the identification and other documentation required by the specific country you’re traveling to. In many countries, passports and visas must be valid for 6 months or longer after the trip end date. If you are unable to obtain the required identification and other documentation, the Cancellation Policy for this DreamTrip will apply.

Make sure that you request a name change or room change at least 31 or more days before the 1st day of your trip. Due to contractual supplier policies, we may not be able to confirm requested name or room changes to existing bookings for trips that are scheduled to travel within 30 days of your request.

Each individual, including each child, who is coming along with you on your DreamTrip is required to have a booking prior to the commencement of the trip. If you do not book and pay for each such person in advance of the trip, you will be charged the hotel’s then-current rate, not the trip price, for each such person at the time of your check-in.

Pricing for children is based on their age at the time of travel and may be subject to additional terms and conditions of individual hotels and all-inclusive resorts. Also, pricing for children can vary, and may be higher than pricing for adults. Therefore, before you book any travel, please check the relevant hotel or resort website for applicable terms and conditions as well as details regarding their pricing structure.

Pricing shown is for each person, and is based on 2 adults per room.

Please don’t consider your change requests official until you receive a confirmation email from us.